Head: Learning and Organisational Development (OD)

Recruiter:

Penny The Recruiter

Job Ref:

PR000606/RN

Date posted:

Tuesday, April 15, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

Monthly

SUMMARY:
Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.
We are looking for a Head: Learning and Organisational Development to join our financial services client based in Sandton for a 12-months contract role.

We are looking for an accomplished and visionary leader to take on the role of Head: Learning and Organisational Development, driving two key strategic projects focused on building an integrated learning framework and solutions across a multi-cluster commercial and retail banking environment. This role will play a pivotal part in shaping future capabilities with a particular focus on Risk Management, Audit, ESG, Sustainable Development Goals, and Sustainable Finance.

POSITION INFO:

What you will be doing:

Lead the finalisation and rollout of a comprehensive Learning Framework targeting core and strategic skills across diverse business clusters.
Structure and mobilise subject matter expert (SME) teams to support the design of tools, skills, and application-based learning.
Conduct a thorough review and validation of existing learning offerings and vendor insights.
Perform external benchmarking and environmental scanning to evaluate potential solutions.
Align learning solutions to business needs and propose fit-for-purpose delivery models with associated costing.
Develop, scale, or source high-impact learning programmes tailored to priority audiences.
Drive the successful adoption and integration of learning Academies across the organisation.
Consolidate and integrate existing programmes to build a cohesive learning ecosystem.
Track programme performance and ensure alignment with business case metrics.
Cultivate strong stakeholder relationships and influence strategic decision-making at senior levels.

What we are looking for:

A postgraduate qualification in Learning and Development, Organisational Development, Human Resources, or a related discipline.
8 years' experience as a Head: Learning and Organisational Development
Proven experience in leading complex, large-scale learning and capability development initiatives, preferably within financial services or banking.
Deep understanding of Risk Management, Audit, ESG, SDGs, and Sustainable Finance.
Demonstrated ability to engage, influence, and collaborate with senior leadership and diverse stakeholders.

Technical Expertise:

In-depth knowledge of contemporary learning methodologies, tools, and best practices.
Strong analytical skills to assess, validate, and optimise learning solutions and vendor recommendations.
Sound experience in delivery model design, programme costing, and project management.
Familiarity with integrating learning programmes and managing learning academies.

Please note that if you do not hear from us within 3 weeks, consider your application unsuccessful.

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